Job Overview:
Reason8 is one of the fastest growing web agencies in Leicestershire. Our clients know us to be personable, approachable and that we give honest and transparent advice all the time. We are seeking another talented Web Designer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating engaging and innovative website designs that captivate users and wow our clients.
For now, this is a part-time role with a view to becoming full-time as we continue to grow.
Who you are
The role is best suited to someone with strong time and project management skills. The ability to meet deadlines whilst working across multiple projects is vital. You will have a positive outlook on both your personal and professional life, and you naturally go the extra mile to make an impression that sticks with people. You must have a broad digital understanding and the ability to build websites for clients at all levels - from one man bands to larger established businesses. You will be able to hit the ground running, and are passionate about taking our clients to the next level in the online space. You are dedicated to detail and getting it right the first time. Finally, you will demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, which is essential to successful conversations with our clients and getting projects over the line
What you'll be doing
As our first member of staff, you'll be making a massive difference to our business. You will be responsible for taking on a brief, providing ideas or solutions to client requirements. You will be able to design and build a fully-functional website, from start to finish, using tools such as Elementor and Rank Math.
Duties:
* Design visually appealing websites that are user-friendly and responsive
* Develop wireframes and mock-ups using tools like Figma
* Taking signed-off wireframes & designs and bringing it to life in Wordpress
* Use tools such as Photoshop to create graphical elements for websites where appropriate
* Collaborate with the Director to ensure design feasibility and functionality
* Communicate with our clients directly to ensure they receive the best service and solution possible
* Liaise with third-party providers (such as copywriters
* Implement UI designs using CSS to enhance user experience
* Experience of Elementor and Siteground Hosting is a big advantage
* Maintain and update websites ensuring consistency in design and content
* Contribute to project quoting and lead generation by bringing ideas and proactivity to the table and as part of a (growing) team
* Work with the SEO Executive to ensure best practice and the websites have been built with SEO in mind
* Networking We're serial networkers. You may be expected to attend networking events or trade shows outside of working hours (but we won't drag you to ALL of them, we promise).
Requirements:
* Proven work experience as a Web Designer or similar role
* Proficiency in UI design principles and tools such as Figma, Elementor, Wordpress
* Strong knowledge of CSS for web design implementation
* Experience working with Google Drive, Slack, Notion for collaboration and document management
* The ability to work independently
Personal characteristics:
- Driven and focused - not to mention detail-orientated. We deliver world-class experiences, and we won't let any small detail fall through the cracks.
* Commercially minded - we don't just churn out projects. We're looking for someone who appreciates and invests in the wider growth and achievements of Reason8.
* Enthusiastic - we want someone that brings their excitement and passion to every project
* Happy to be challenged - it's the only way to grow. We will always be experimenting with new trends and challenging new ways of doing things
* Happy to work at a destination agency - Reason8 is a go-to agency, both for clients and talent. We don't play second fiddle. We're looking for people who are keen to commit and add value to our business.
Benefits
* Life and health insurance cover
* Your birthday off
* Opportunity to work with clients across the world
* Company pension
* Opportunity to travel for networking events and conferences
* Weekly check-ins and 1:2:1s with the Director
We can't wait to hear from you. This is the perfect opportunity for someone to be the start of something big and progress quickly.
Please note: UK applications only. Any applications outside the UK will be ignored.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
Experience:
* Elementor: 1 year (required)
* Web Design: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person